Thai Sep specializes in an authentic blend of traditional Thai and Laotian culinary traditions. The menu focuses on bold aromatics, incorporating signature regional spices such as galangal, lemongrass, and fermented fish sauce into complex stir-fries and fresh salads. Each dish reflects the foundational techniques of Southeast Asian cooking, balancing the distinct interplay of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavor profiles. The environment features a minimalist aesthetic that shifts the primary focus toward the sensory characteristics of the food. Patrons encounter a diverse array of selections ranging from fragrant curries to specialized noodle preparations. This establishment prioritizes the preservation of regional recipes while maintaining a functional and efficient atmosphere for all diners. Consistency remains a key characteristic of the culinary output delivered to the table daily.
Thai Sep is widely celebrated for offering some of the most authentic Laotian and Thai cuisine in Montreal. Diners consistently praise the high quality, fresh ingredients, and bold flavors found in dishes like Nem Khao, Pad Thai, and various curries, noting that spice levels are easily customized to personal preference. The atmosphere is described as unpretentious and welcoming, with friendly service provided by a long-standing family team. With affordable pricing, a BYOB policy, and consistent results, it remains a favorite neighborhood spot, though guests should be prepared to pay with cash as credit cards are not accepted.
Restaurant sans prétention avec nourriture laotienne & thaïlandaise impeccable. La qualité, le goût & les textures sont au rendez-vous, à prix raisonnable. Nous y mangeons depuis plus de 2 ans & adorons les caris, les saucisses, le nem khao, la salade de papaye, & bien sûr le pad thaï. Le mango sticky rice est également délicieux, mais coûteux pour la portion. Expérience à essayer si vous aimez la nourriture savoureuse & authentique (nous sommes allés en Thaïlande & pouvons confirmer que l'expérience culinaire est comparable)!
Pad See Ew with beef:
I honestly couldn't eat it. The noodles & vegetables were extremely mushy - I couldn't even use chopsticks or a spoon to bring them to my mouth. The beef was very tough, & the dish had almost no seasoning at all.
Chicken Pad Thai:
The seasoning was very bland & it didn't taste like Pad Thai. It felt more like a simple stir-fried noodle dish.
Thai salad:
I specifically mentioned that I am allergic to peanuts & asked to have the peanuts on the side. But they did NOT do that. They mixed the peanuts directly into the salad, so I couldn't eat it at all. The meal ended up being such a waste.
I am extremely disappointed. The quality was not guaranteed. I'm sure you will find better satisfaction eating at Thai Express.
Friendly service & very tasty food. Beef salad , beef jerky, chicken satay, fried fish cakes, Tom yum soup, green chicken curry & my favourite is Fried fish with garlic & sticky rice 🍚😋
THE best Thai restaurant in Montreal. A hidden gem just in the outskirts of Villeray/border St-Michel. We absolutely ADORED everything we ordered. We were 2 & got the following: - Papaya Salad (Laos Style) - Papaya Salad (Thai Style) - Nem Khao - Pad Thai - Large Tom Yum Soup - Mango sticky rice They get a bonus point for having papaya salad with padaek sauce (Laos style papaya salad) - personally, that's the true marker of an AUTHENTIC Thai restaurant. The mango sticky rice is a must have for dessert & the place is also a BYOB. Every single bite transported me back to Thailand & I can't wait to be back soon!
Délicieux petit bijou thailandais! Ca faisait longtemps que je n'avais pas mangé une salade de papaye aussi bonne. Le reste des plats étaient tout aussi délicieux. & les prix fort corrects. Je recommande!
I have a Thai foodie & catering chef in my family, & when she visits from Thailand, this is the only Thai restaurant she enjoys & considers authentic. Having been to Thailand recently & to multiple Thai restos in Montreal myself, I must agree.
The papaya salad, fresh, sour & spicy, brought me back to a street food stall at night in Bangkok, & the khaosoi reminded me of a comforting lunch in the searing heat of Chiang Mai.
If I had to nitpick, I would say that the northern style sausages were not as sour as I was used to back there, but still tasty.
The service was really friendly & quick too, & the prices quite reasonable considering the insane inflation we've been through.
Do keep in mind it's cash only & no ATM, so come prepared!
Price ranges after tax per person without drinks:
- one person, single dish: $16-$20
- two people sharing a few dishes: $25-$40
In short: if you want to try real Thai food, this is the place.
